Ephesians 1:21

Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:

Cross-reference

Ephesians 6:12 identifies these principalities and powers as the spiritual enemies believers wrestle — the same forces Christ rules over.

Ephesians 3:10 shows God's wisdom being made known to these same principalities through the church — a later application of Christ's supremacy.

In Ephesians 4:6, God is 'over all, through all, in all' — a complementary description of supreme authority similar to Christ's position in Ephesians 1:21.

Romans 8:39 Related theme

Romans 8:39 concludes that no created thing can separate us from God's love, echoing the total supremacy of Christ over all things.

Revelation 20:10–15 Prophetic fulfillment

Revelation 20:10-15 depicts Christ's final victory over Satan, death, and Hades, fulfilling his position far above all powers.

1 Peter 3:22 directly parallels this verse, stating Christ is at God's right hand with angels, authorities, and powers subject to him.

Hebrews 2:5 Parallel

Hebrews 2:5 notes the world to come is not subject to angels but to Christ, reinforcing his supremacy over all rulers in the coming age.

Hebrews 1:4 Parallel

Hebrews 1:4 reinforces that Christ's name is superior to angels, matching the 'every name' supremacy here.

Colossians 2:15 describes Christ disarming and triumphing over the rulers and authorities he is seated above here.

Colossians 2:10 declares believers are complete in Christ, who is head over all principalities and powers — the same ones Christ is above here.

Colossians 1:16 lists the same spiritual powers—thrones, dominions, rulers—as created through Christ, underscoring his authority over them.

Philippians 2:10 shows the result of that exalted name: every knee will bow. This universal homage fulfills the supremacy stated here.

Philippians 2:9 reveals why Christ has a name above every name — God highly exalted Him. This supplies the basis for His position in 1:21.

Romans 8:38 Parallel

Romans 8:38 lists the same powers (principalities, powers) that cannot separate believers from God's love, showing their subjugation to Christ.

Matthew 28:18 declares all authority in heaven and earth given to Christ, directly echoing his position above every power in Ephesians 1:21.

John 13:3 Parallel

In John 13:3, Jesus knows the Father gave all things into His hands, affirming the full authority described in Ephesians 1:21.

John 3:31 Parallel

In John 3:31, Christ is 'above all' because He comes from heaven — directly paralleling His supremacy in Ephesians 1:21.

Luke 10:22 Parallel

In Luke 10:22, the Father hands all things to the Son, echoing Christ's exaltation far above all rule and authority.

Daniel 7:13 Allusion

Daniel 7:13 shows the Son of Man coming to receive dominion — the same ascension and exaltation described in Ephesians 1:21.

Ezekiel 1:26 shows a throne with a human figure above it — a vision of divine authority that Christ's exaltation fulfills.

Isaiah 9:6 Prophetic fulfillment

Isaiah 9:6 prophesies the Messiah with government on his shoulder and a name of authority — fulfilled in Christ's name above every name.

Hebrews 2:8 Allusion

In Hebrews 2:8, everything is put in subjection under Christ's feet — directly applying the Psalm to His authority, echoing Ephesians 1:21.

Isaiah 6:1 Allusion

Isaiah 6:1 shows the Lord 'high and lifted up' on a throne — the same exaltation imagery applied to Christ seated far above all rule.

Psalm 97:9 Parallel

Psalm 97:9 declares the LORD exalted far above all gods, directly paralleling Christ's exaltation over every rule and authority.

Daniel 7:27 Parallel

Daniel 7:27 speaks of dominion given to the saints — a future fulfillment of the universal authority that Christ already possesses here.

Job 25:2 Parallel

Job 25:2 attributes dominion and awe to God, paralleling the supreme authority Christ holds over all rule in Ephesians 1:21.

Isaiah 33:5 Parallel

Isaiah 33:5 declares the Lord exalted and dwelling on high — the same exaltation theme applied to Christ's position above all powers.